Shroud

A shroud is typically something, usually a cloth, that covers or protects some other object. The term is most often used in reference to burial sheets, such as the famous Shroud of Turin, but also has other specific meanings such as:

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• the heat shield of a space capsule
• a sailboat shroud, a rope that gives support to the masts in sailing ships.

Burial sheet: redirectShroud...

Shroud of Turin: The Shroud of Turin (or Turin Shroud) is a linen cloth bearing the image of a man who appears to have been physically traumatized in a manner consistent with crucifixion. It is presently kept in the royal chapel of the Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist in Turin, Italy. Some believe it is the cloth...

Shroud related Images and Photos (experimental)

The Holy Shroud

Unwrapping The Shroud with DaVinci Shroud DVD

Penelope with Her Maids Weaving a Shroud for Her Father-In-Law

The Spirit of the Pastor a Classic Ghost Appears Dreassed in His Burial Shroud